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Relocation guide
Moving to Salinas
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
161,993
Median age 32.1
Median household income
$89,150
Median rent
$1,923/mo
Median home value
$610,900
Schools
51
7 districts
Summer high / winter low
74° / 41°
Pros
- Household incomes run 14% above the US median ($89,150).
- Property taxes are low: about 0.65% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Mild weather in June, July, August, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 36 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 101% more than the US median ($610,900).
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Salinas?
Salinas spans 3 zip codes. Median home values range from $570,000 to $721,100 by zip.
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Life in Salinas
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Is Salinas a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 14% above the US median ($89,150). Property taxes are low: about 0.65% of home value a year (US 0.98%). On the other hand: Homes cost 101% more than the US median ($610,900).
How much do I need to earn to live in Salinas?
The median household earns $89,150. Rent at the median ($1,923/month) is about 26% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $76,920 a year.
How many schools are in Salinas?
51 public and private schools across 7 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Salinas?
Highs average 74°F in September and lows 41°F in December. The most comfortable months are June, July, August.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.